Designing Buildings for People (Paperback)

Derek Clements-Croome

ISBN 10: 1785007092 / ISBN 13: 9781785007095

Published by The Crowood Press Ltd, Ramsbury, 2020

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Paperback. Our built environments can affect us in many subtle ways. Simply sensing fresh air and natural light or seeing greenery and open space can uplift our mood and improve our wellbeing. But these healthy environments are increasingly difficult to achieve in practice. The vital collaboration between the many people involved in designing and producing buildings is often not achieved. Then there is the pressing need to reduce waste and pollution. Managing these demands is a challenge, especially in a traditional climate of short-term thinking. Designing Buildings for People explores how we can learn from buildings of the past, vernacular architecture and the natural world around us, while still harnessing the opportunities presented by technology, to think creatively, work collaboratively and exercise a transdisciplinary approach. The book features over 200 images, exhibiting the acclaimed work of internationally recognised and research-led designers from the fields of architecture, engineering and management. It is a prime reference work for professionals and students who want to build the sustainable buildings of the future. AUTHOR: Derek Clements-Croome began his career in industry before entering academic life. He has carried out research and teaching in departments covering architecture, engineering, human sciences and management. Presently he is Professor Emeritus at the University of Reading and a Visiting Professor at Queen Mary University London, besides collaborating closely with the British Council for Offices. 240 colour and 6 b/w photographs; 32 colour and 6 b/w diagrams A practical instructional book exploring how to build the sustainable, intelligent and liveable buildings of the future. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Designing Buildings for People (Paperback)
• Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd, Ramsbury
• Publication Date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1785007092
• ISBN 13: 9781785007095
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Our built environments can affect us in many subtle ways. Simply sensing fresh air and natural light or seeing greenery and open space can uplift our mood and improve our wellbeing. But these healthy environments are increasingly difficult to achieve in practice. The vital collaboration between the many people involved in designing and producing buildings is often not achieved. Then there is the pressing need to reduce waste and pollution. Managing these demands is a challenge, especially in a traditional climate of short-term thinking. Designing Buildings for People explores how we can learn from buildings of the past, vernacular architecture and the natural world around us, while still harnessing the opportunities presented by technology, to think creatively, work collaboratively and exercise a transdisciplinary approach. The book features over 200 images, exhibiting the acclaimed work of internationally recognized and research-led designers from the fields of architecture, engineering and management. It is a prime reference work for professionals and students who want to build the sustainable buildings of the future.

About the Author

Derek Clements-Croome began his career in industry before entering academic life. He has carried out research and teaching in departments covering architecture, engineering, human sciences and management. Presently he is Professor Emeritus at the University of Reading and a Visiting Professor at Queen Mary University London, besides collaborating closely with the British Council for Offices.